Thursday, January 28, 2010
Standouts: The week's most notable events
DAILY
Storytimes + Crafts
These and other events are available at many libraries almost every day. For more information, call or visit the Web site of the library or location nearest you.
- Storytime for tots 15 to 24 months. 10 a.m. today. Christiansburg Library. 382-6965
- Pulaski County Public Library Preschool Story Time. 10:30 a.m. Thursday. Pulaski County Library. 980-8142.
- Storytime for preschoolers 4 to 5 years old. 11 a.m. Thursday. Jessie Peterman Library, 321 W. Main St., Floyd. 382-6965.
- Storytime for all ages. 11 a.m. Saturday. Blacksburg Library. 382-6965.
TODAY
Children's Winter Reading Program
Snuggle up with Peter Rabbit. For kids up to age 5. Participants receive a reading and activity log, stickers and a certificate of participation. All day. Smith Mountain Lake Library, 13641 Moneta Road, Moneta. 425-7004.
Job Skills Workshop
Volunteers will provide tips for writing an effective resume and preparing for an interview. Call to register. 10 a.m. Blacksburg Library. 231-9331.
Family Movie Night
Watch the movie "G-Force" (PG) on the big screen. Enjoy themed crafts, games and snacks. The crafts and games start at 5:30 p.m.; movie at 6 p.m. Moneta/Smith Mountain Lake Library. 425-7004.
Steak!
This class is for people who want to increase their knowledge about cooking steak. 6 p.m. $50. Foodies, 4054 Franklin Road, Roanoke. 776-3693.
SUNDAY
Kids' Winter Carnival
Friday, 5 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 7 p.m. Free admission. Ride tickets, $1 each. Salem Civic Center. 375-3004, colerides.com.
SATURDAY
Splendid Saturdays
Family Fun
Participants will explore books, crafts and more. 11 a.m. Free. Jessie Peterman Library, 321 W. Main St., Floyd. 382-6965.
SATURDAY
Pokemon Club Meeting
Bring your cards or hand-held devices and play the game with others. Refreshments will be served. 1 to 2 p.m. Free. Jessie Peterman Library, 321 W. Main St., Floyd. 382-6965.
MONDAY & WEDNESDAY
Read for the Rings
Earn silicone wristbands for independent reading in the free program for grades K to 12. Collect all colors. All day. Moneta/Smith Mountain Library, 13641 Moneta Road. 425-7004.
WEDNESDAY
Lunchtime Stories
Stories, songs and a small craft for all ages. Noon. Free. Radford Public Library. 731-5527.
TODAY & FEB. 3
Student Ceramic Show
An exhibit of pieces by students in professor Drew Dodson's class at Radford University. All day. Powell Hall, Radford University. 831-5754.
FRIDAY
Kandinsky Trio Concert
The concert features the violin/viola duo marcolivia, comprising Marc Ramirez and Olivia Hajioff. 8 p.m. $20. Olin Theater, Roanoke College. 375-2333.
No Shame Theatre
Live performance that surprises every time. The first 15 scripts are accepted, starting at 10 p.m. Scripts must be original and short. $5. Studio Roanoke, 30 Campbell Ave., Roanoke. 343-3054.
Eddie from Ohio
Eddie from Ohio hails from Virginia and plays a great blend of folk-ridden pop that features some of the sharpest, cleverest, wittiest lyrics you'll hear these days. 8 p.m. $22-$27. The Lyric Theatre, 135 College Ave., Blacksburg. 951-4771.
SATURDAY
Viva Las Vegas!
This is an annual casino night gala with gaming, food, silent auctions and live entertainment. 6 p.m. $60. Moody Hall, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington. 463-7088.
TODAY & SUNDAY
Kazim Shrine Circus
Today, 6:30 p.m.; Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m., 3 p.m., 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m., 3 p.m. Adults, $16; children, $8. Roanoke Civic Center. 853-5483.
George Strait in Concert
With special guest Reba McEntire. 7 p.m. John Paul Jones Arena, Charlottesville. (434) 243-4960.
SUNDAY
Broadway in Roanoke: "The Wedding Singer"
The classic romantic musical comedy with a real-life twist: J. Michael and Jillian Zygo, who play Robbie and Julia, are actually married. 2 p.m. Roanoke Civic Center. 853-5483.




